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Tier-1 Global Semiconductor Leader Location West Lafayette, Indiana Sector Semiconductors Type Permanent Starts Share Job description Lead/Senior RF/AMS Research Scientist – Tier-1 Global Semiconductor Leader The client The client is a tier‑1 global semiconductor leader that operates a highly specialized research hub in West Lafayette, Indiana. Integrated with the local university ecosystem, the hub functions like a well‑funded startup within a massive multinational enterprise, focusing on forward‑looking RF and AMS technologies. With a strong emphasis on innovation, the organisation invests heavily in advanced FinFET processes and collaborates closely with academic partners worldwide, delivering cutting‑edge silicon solutions that shape future wireless and mixed‑signal markets. The role The role involves leading exploratory research on next‑generation RF and analog mixed‑signal architectures, bridging academic innovation and commercial product development. You will: • Lead exploration and development of novel RF/mmWave and AMS architectures for 3–10 year horizons • Drive end‑to‑end IC design from concept through layout supervision and tape‑out • Execute advanced FinFET silicon tape‑outs and perform physical silicon characterization • Generate IP and publish research at top‑tier conferences • Collaborate with internal R&D teams and external academic partners Your background • PhD in Electrical Engineering with focus on RFIC, mmWave or AMS circuit design • Strong record of primary‑author publications in top conferences and/or granted patents • Deep expertise in sub‑20 GHz design and blocks such as ADC/DAC, SerDes, PLL/CDR, or high‑speed AFE • Proven experience taking chips from concept to successful tape‑out in advanced CMOS/FinFET nodes • Extensive hands‑on RF lab and silicon measurement experience Location West Lafayette, Indiana At PER International we believe the best engineering teams are also the most diverse. We welcome applications from candidates of every background, and assure every applicant that they will be assessed on the strength of their work and ambition — without regard to race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or disability. Apply for this role

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Tier-1 Global Semiconductor Leader
Location West Lafayette, Indiana
Sector Semiconductors
Type Permanent
Lead/Senior RF/AMS Research Scientist – Tier-1 Global Semiconductor Leader
The role involves leading exploratory research on next‑generation RF and analog mixed‑signal architectures, bridging academic innovation and commercial product development.
Lead exploration and development of novel RF/mmWave and AMS architectures for 3–10 year horizons
Drive end‑to‑end IC design from concept through layout supervision and tape‑out
Execute advanced FinFET silicon tape‑outs and perform physical silicon characterization
Generate IP and publish research at top‑tier conferences
Collaborate with internal R&D teams and external academic partners
PhD in Electrical Engineering with focus on RFIC, mmWave or AMS circuit design
Strong record of primary‑author publications in top conferences and/or granted patents
Deep expertise in sub‑20 GHz design and blocks such as ADC/DAC, SerDes, PLL/CDR, or high‑speed AFE
Proven experience taking chips from concept to successful tape‑out in advanced CMOS/FinFET nodes
Extensive hands‑on RF lab and silicon measurement experience
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